There Are a Number of Advantages of the DSM-IV-TR

question 65

Multiple Choice

There are a number of advantages of the DSM-IV-TR.Which of the following is not an advantage of DSM-IV-TR's uniform system?

• A) it facilitates communication among mental health professionals
• B) it provides labels for patients such as "mentally ill" and "schizo"
• C) it facilitates the study of the causes of abnormal behavior
• D) it influences the type of treatment program used

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Definitions:

Examiner Demonstrates

A scenario where the person administering a test or evaluation shows or exemplifies a task or behavior to a participant or subject.

Infant Intelligence

The cognitive abilities exhibited by infants, including perceptual, memory, learning, problem-solving, and language development skills.

Sensory

Relating to or involving the senses or sensation.

Neurological Problems

Disorders affecting the brain, spinal cord, or other parts of the nervous system, leading to symptoms such as muscle weakness, loss of sensation, and impaired cognition.